Artwork
The Story of Joseph: Joseph Interprets his Dream to Jacob
The Story of Joseph: Joseph Interprets his Dream to Jacob is a print by the Renaissance artist Lucas van Leyden. It dates from 1512 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1925.31
- Credit line
- Gift of Ralph King
About this work
Overview
The Story of Joseph: Joseph Interprets his Dream to Jacob is a print created by Lucas van Leyden in 1512, exemplifying the artist's skill in engraving and woodcut techniques characteristic of the Northern Renaissance.
Subject & Meaning
The print illustrates a biblical scene from the Book of Genesis, where Joseph shares the interpretation of his dream with his father, Jacob, conveying a narrative rich in symbolism.
Technique & Style
The work features a central figure in a contemplative pose, set against a simple, rustic backdrop with subtle use of light and shadow to create depth, characteristic of the detailed narrative style of the Northern Renaissance.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Lucas van Leyden (1494 – 8 August 1533), was a Dutch painter and printmaker in engraving and woodcut. Lucas van Leyden was among the first Dutch exponents of genre painting and was a very accomplished engraver.
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